Meditations
What is a Silent Directed Retreat? Part 3
September 9, 2026
Over the last few days, we’ve been looking at what a silent directed retreat is and what to expect while you’re on a retreat. Let’s continue to look at some questions you might have. Third question: How does it begin?
Humor can be ‘the best medicine’ or a curse
August 12, 2026
An Assembling God’s Puzzle video
By Fr. Garry Richmeier, C.PP.S.
Humor — so fundamental to the human experience — can be a blessing or a curse, depending on how it is used. Like other behaviors or activities, it is important to stay aware of how we use humor if we are to make life better
Becoming Eucharistic People, Session 1
August 10, 2026
Immersed in Mass, Encountering God
Each eucharistic celebration is an encounter with Jesus. Attending Mass week after week, year after year, one is tempted to turn on automatic pilot and become numb to that encounter. Awaken your senses and learn how what we do at Sunday Mass relates to the bigger picture of your life.
Executive Director named for Precious Blood Renewal Center
August 5, 2026
Teresa Albright, an experienced pastoral minister who has worked in the Kansas City area for 10 years, has been named the new executive director of Precious Blood Renewal Center. Her start date is Sept. 14.
Do You Remember When …
July 15, 2026
By Fr. Garry Richmeier, C.PP.S.
The bad news: memories are inaccurate and incomplete, and influenced by personal biases and attitudes. The good news: we can work with memories in ways that help us in day to day living, which is crucial if we’re not to let them interfere with living a happy, peaceful life.
Two Exercises in Contemplative Walking
July 13, 2026
The task I set for myself was to incorporate movement into a prayer practice. There are many ways to do this. Dance would be a good way to incorporate movement into prayer, but I can’t dance. The most accessible movement available to the largest group of people is walking.
Christian Meditation and the Rosary
June 29, 2026
Here is a video recording of “Christian Meditation and the Rosary” presented by Paul Dunn at Precious Blood Renewal Center in Liberty, Missouri, on May 6, 2026, part of our Teach Us to Prayer series.
Introduction to Ignatian Spirituality
June 25, 2026
Here is a video recording of “Introduction to Ignatian Spirituality” presented by Nancy Seibolt and Marianne McCormally at Precious Blood Renewal Center in Liberty, Missouri, on January 8, 2026.
What monster are you feeding?
In an inspiring beachside homily from Melbourne, Florida, Fr. Ben Berinti reflects on one of the greatest obstacles to living a life of faith: fear.
Let There be Light
June 23, 2026
An Assembling God’s Puzzle video
By Fr. Garry Richmeier, C.PP.S.
In the beginning, God created life and created us to continue to create life. It’s a powerful gift and ability we’ve been given and a big responsibility. The point is not what we create, or how much we create, but that we create with love.